A long-standing television presenter best known for hosting That’s Life on BBC for two decades has passed away, leaving behind a legacy as both a beloved broadcaster and a dedicated advocate for children’s welfare. After retiring from presenting, she established Childline, a critical support service for young people in distress, and later became an outspoken campaigner for legal reforms on assisted dying. Her contributions spanned decades, blending media influence with activism on issues close to her heart. The announcement of her death has prompted tributes from across the public and professional spheres.
Rantzen, who fronted the BBC's That's Life for two decades, went on to found Childline, and in recent years had been a campaigner for assisted dying.
